Climate Extremes: NOAA says July was the hottest month on record in the U.S., with record daytime heat and especially dangerous hotter nights that don’t cool down enough for people and agriculture. Public Health & Vaccines: Trump signed an executive order reshaping childhood vaccine timing, and doctors warn it could fuel fear and confusion as measles cases rise. Water Pollution Accountability: San Diego environmental groups settled a Clean Water Act lawsuit over alleged pollution from the South Bay International Wastewater Treatment Plant into the Tijuana River and Pacific, with the plant overhaul cited as reducing untreated flows. Heat at the Border: Border Patrol rescued a migrant with heat stroke in San Diego Sector terrain, highlighting deadly summer conditions. Toxic Lead in Homes: Rutgers researchers found soil lead contamination can track indoors as dangerous dust even where homes lack interior lead paint. Energy Policy: A federal appeals court struck down a Biden-era rule tightening efficiency standards for stoves and ovens. Wildlife Health: California officials shared new details on bald eagle Jackie’s decline and where her remains will go. Rare Earth Supply: China plans to expand the Bayan Obo rare earth mine, boosting processing capacity tied to critical-mineral demand. Infectious Threats: Texas A&M experts addressed health concerns as the screwworm returns to the U.S.